Part of the Kubota Operator Manuals.
This is the Kubota operator manual for the K008-3 mini excavator, publication number RA028-8222-2, powered by the Kubota D722-EBH diesel engine. Across 81 pages it walks owners and operators through safe operation, the instrument panel and controls, daily pre-start checks, engine starting, and full excavator, boom, arm, bucket, swing, and dozer operation.
It also carries the machine's technical data, a complete maintenance schedule by service-hour interval, troubleshooting charts, cold-weather and long-storage procedures, recommended oils, main dimensions, and lifting-capacity tables. With a machine weight of 920 kg and rated engine power of 10.2 HP (7.4 kW), the K008-3 is a compact machine, and this manual gives you the checks, intervals, and fault-finding steps to run and maintain it correctly. Delivered as an instant, printable PDF download.
Complete the set for your K008-3
- Repair Manual: Kubota K008-3, U10-3 Workshop Manual (incl. Wiring)
What's Inside This Operator Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Safe Operation | Before Operation, Starting Excavator, Safety for Children, Safe Loading and Transport, Danger/Warning/Caution Labels, Care of Labels | |
| Dealer Service | Kubota Dealer Support, Ordering Spare Parts, Excavator Serial Number, Engine Serial Number | |
| Technical Data | Model Name, Machine Weight, Engine Power, Travel Speed, Fuel Tank Capacity, Dozer Dimensions, Boom Swing Angle | |
| Description of Machine Parts | Arm, Bucket Cylinder, Dozer, Operator's Seat, ROPS | |
| Instrument Panel and Control Elements | Starter Switch, Hour Meter, Alarm Lamps, Horn Switch, Working Light Switch, Throttle Lever, Drive Levers, Control Levers for Attachments | |
| Before Start | Control Lever Lock, Swing Lock Pin, Daily Checks, Coolant Level Check, Fuel Level Check, Engine Oil Level Check, Hydraulic Fluid Level Check | |
| Operation of the Engine | Starting Engine, Hourmeter, Checkpoints After Starting, Starting Under Cold Conditions, Stopping Engine, Engine Stop Lever, Starting with Auxiliary Battery, Overheat Precautions | |
| Excavator Operation | Control Observations, Running-In New Excavator, Adjusting Operator's Seat, Controls for Attachments, Pattern Change, Boom/Arm/Bucket Operation, Swivel (Unit Swing) | |
| Maintenance | Maintenance Intervals, Daily Checks, Every 50/100/200/500/1000/1500/2000/3000 Service Hours, Annual/Biennial Servicing, Other Servicing, Purging Fuel System, Adjustment of Crawlers | |
| Troubleshooting | Starting Difficulties, Insufficient Engine Power, Engine Suddenly Stops, Abnormal Exhaust Gas Color, Water Temperature Warning, Hydraulic System Issues, Drive System Issues | |
| Operation in Cold Weather Conditions | Preparation for Operation, Mixing Ratio of Water and Anti-Freeze, Procedure After Work | |
| Long Storage | Storage Procedures, Operating After Long Storage, Periodic Replacement of Important Component Parts | |
| Recommended Oils | Engine Oil Viscosity, Gear Oil Viscosity, Hydraulic Oil Viscosity, Grease, Fuel Types | |
| Main Dimensions | Overall Length, Overall Height, Overall Width, Min. Ground Clearance, Digging Height, Digging Depth, Turning Radius | |
| Lifting Capacity | Iso 10567 Standards, Load Point, Machine Positions, Operating Cylinder, Bucket Consideration, Over Front (Blade up/down), Over Side (Track Width 860 Mm) |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| Compressed air pressure for cleaning air filter element | under 205 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm²) | p. 64 |
| Air filter element cleaning interval | every 200 hrs | p. 53 |
| Fan belt deflection | about 8 mm | p. 62 |
| Fan belt tension adjustment interval | every 200 hrs | p. 53 |
| Hydraulic hoses replacement interval | Every 2 years or 4000 hours | p. 76 |
| Fuel hose replacement interval | Every 2 years or 4000 hours | p. 76 |
| Radiator hoses check interval | every 200 hours or every 6 months, whichever comes first | p. 63 |
| Radiator hoses replacement interval | every two years | p. 67 |
| Battery electrolyte specific gravity | between 1.27 and 1.29 | p. 61 |
| Battery condition check interval | every 50 hrs | p. 53 |
| Machine weight | 920 kg | p. 21 |
| Standard bucket volume (CECE) | 0.022 m³ | p. 21 |
